Description
Shamrock Cookies are a festive treat bursting with minty flavor, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations or any joyful occasion. Delight your family and friends with these vibrant delights!
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp pure mint extract
- Green food coloring (to preference)
- Powdered sugar (optional, for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in the egg, mint extract, and food coloring until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Use a cookie scoop to drop dough onto lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden; let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg